Speaking to ITV Sport as a pundit during Euro 2016, Giggs backed the potential appointment of Southgate, but with an experienced right-hand man such as Van Gaal or Ferguson alongside him.

“I think in 2014 they had a vision of appointing within,” the Welshman said. “I think they should stick with that. They’ve got a vision, they’ve got somewhere to go.

“So, who’s the next in line? Gareth Southgate. Maybe you have to tweak it a little bit because it’s a bit premature, maybe bring someone who can help him along for the next couple of years. He’s the coach, he’s the man in charge, but bring someone who’s had experience at tournaments and who’s got experience in the Premier League.

“There are many names. Hoddle. Venables has done it. There’s lots of names. Sir Alex Ferguson. Louis van Gaal. Think outside the box. He’s the main man, but have someone above to take the pressure off.”